Hotels in India

Worldhotels eyes 10 hotels under own brand in India by 2014

2011-11-20T06:45:00.000-08:00

NEW DELHI: Worldhotels that provides sales, marketing and technology services to hotels, is aiming to develop ten hotels under 'Worldhotel' brand in India by 2014, as a part of its newly launched brand license programme across the globe.

The brand license programme from Worldhotels offers a host of services, including marketing, training, sales, revenue management to enable owners to develop and manage their hotels in a professionally to match global standards.

"Globally, we are aiming to develop and support 50 hotels under the Worldhotel brand by the end of 2014 and out of that about 10 will be in India," Worldhotels Asia Pacific Vice President Roland Jegge told PTI.

The company has already tied up for a 75-room property in Chandigarh for the same and is holding talks with hotel owners in cities such as Pune and Hyderabad as a part of the plan to create an inventory upwards of 2,000 rooms by 2014.

With the targetted portfolio expansion, India is likely to contribute 5 per cent to Worldhotels global sales by 2014, compared to about 2 per cent at present, he added.

Jegge did not disclose the company's revenues, but said on an annual basis, the 450 hotels worldwide that subscribe to the firm's services collectively generate "two million room nights at a rate of USD 200 per night" from bookings made through World hotels' channel.

Asia Pacific as a region contributes about 20 per cent to the company's total sales.

When asked about the brand license fee, Jegge said:"The brand license fee is lower than a typical management contract. Broadly speaking, we charge USD 100,000 one time agreement fee along with a 5 per cent of room revenue."

Besides, extending its brand license programme to India, the company is also investing in increasing its sales force here and in marketing and promotion initiatives.

"We will hire more sales and revenue management people for our India office. Next year we will double our investments in India compared to last year," Jegge said without giving specific details.

In April this year, Worldhotels had opened an office in India.

Worldhotels currently provides its services to ten hotel properties in India, including the two Claridges hotels in Delhi and NCR, The Sahara Star in Mumbai and Aamby Valley in Pune.

In China, the company has plans to develop over 75 hotels under the 'Worldhotel' brand in the next ten years.

Founded in 1970, the company provides marketing, sales, training, distribution and e-commerce services to hotels worldwide.

In addition to its classic 'affiliation model', the group has also launched a new 'full service' branding solution for independent hotels, an alternative to standard franchise contracts.

With a presence in 250 destinations in 65 countries globally, Worldhotels has 450 affiliate properties in its portfolio at present.

More at: http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2011-11-16/news/30405666_1_claridges-hotels-hotel-properties-brand

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Boom in hotel construction gives Goa a miss

2011-01-06T10:02:00.000-08:00

With the global travel slump now a thing of the past, hotel construction is booming across India, and the value of hotel rooms in the country is set to increase by 60 per cent through 2013. But the boom is yet to reach Goa, a longtime jewel in the country’s tourism crown, because of several hurdles that include a robust bureaucracy; statewide corruption; archaic laws; and stringent environmental regulations.

A new study has highlighted that only a fraction of the new properties that are to open in India will be in Goa. Interestingly, no new rooms are to be added in 2012. According to consultancy firm Knight Frank India, which recently published a study on the hotel room market in India, from 2010 to 2013, around 1,744 new rooms are expected to come online in Goa, out of an estimated 35,977 rooms in the 10 metros that the firm studied.

Of these, some 1,256 new rooms will open in Goa in 2011, while none will come online in 2012. Only 160 are set to open in 2013.

“Goa is a bullish market for average room rates (ARR) because supply and demand are growing at roughly the same rate. The average three- to five-star room now costs Rs 6,500 to 6,700. It will cost Rs 7,700 by 2013,” said Samantak Das, the national head of research at Knight Frank.

But this is not so in the rest of the country, where room supply is fast outgrowing demand. Das said that through 2013, room supply would grow at a rate of around 15 per cent, while demand will grow at only around 10 per cent, translating into low or stable ARRs for three- to five-star deluxe hotels over that period.

“Of all of the new supply across India, Goa has the least coming online,” said Manav Thadani, managing director of property consultancy firm HVS-India. “Getting government approval in a state like Goa is different than in other states. Life is more difficult there when you’re dealing with the state government and the local panchayats. And we all know the reasons: bureaucracy and corruption,” Thadani said.

Thadani added that the approval process for compliance with the coastal regulation zone (CRZ) norms required by the Ministry of Environment and Forests for projects near the beach were often complicated and time-consuming, leading to much delay.

Also complicating things was the presence of archaic Portuguese laws left over from colonial times, said Partha Chatterjee, chief marketing officer, Keys Hotels, a mid-range hotel chain.

Chatterjee said that Keys, which has a hotel in the planning stages in Goa, has managed to avoid “related headaches” by hiring a local attorney to navigate the bureaucratic maze. “To be fair,” Thadani said, “the Alila Diwa Goa has opened recently, as has a Taj Vivanta property, and the Grand Hyatt is under construction. But this is nothing compared with what is happening in other cities in India.”

Take Jaipur, another tourism-driven city, said Knight Frank’s Das. In the three- to five-star range, demand is set to rise 8 or 9 per cent through 2013, but supply will spike by 15 per cent. This will translate to low ARRs in the short term, Das said.

“There are just higher barriers to entry in Goa. The local political interference is the worst in the country,” claimed Thadani. “And in a place which is supposed to be a key tourist destination.”

Source: Tehelka.com

Sahara buys UK hotel for Rs 3,275cr

2011-01-05T10:27:00.000-08:00

MUMBAI: In the first crossborder deal for the Indian hospitality sector this year and also the first one for Subrata Roy's Sahara India, the Lucknow-based financial services-to-real estate conglomerate has acquired UK's iconic Grosvenor House hotel for a knock-down price of £470 million (Rs 3,275 crore) from the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS).

The UK has been a favourite shopping destination for Indian companies, with several well-known assets like Tetley and Typhoo in the tea category, Cuticura, Erasmic and Nulon in cosmetics and premier auto brands Jaguar & Land Rover having been snapped up.

The 494-room luxury property on London's Park Lane, which was once home to the Duke of Westminster, is Sahara India's second acquisition in the hospitality sector after its 2006 buyout of Sahara Star hotel, earlier known as Airport Centaur, in Mumbai.

"This acquisition is part of the major expansion plans of the group. In addition to the acquisition of Grosvenor House, London will be the gateway for Sahara to introduce some of its new business ventures internationally," said Subrata Roy Sahara, managing worker & chairman, Sahara Group.

RBS took over Grosvenor House in 2001 after Le Meridien collapsed into administrative receivership. The bank had been looking for a buyer for Grosvenor House for the last three years. At that time, the hotel was "valued for more than £1 billion." However, unfavourable economic conditions hit valuations hard. Roy said, "The valuation, even today, is quite high but due to a highly satisfactory due diligence by RBS and after long and strict negotiations, we have purchased it for £470 million."

Richard Lewczynski of Blandford Goldsmith put the deal together for Sahara India, which has acquired the property through Amby Valley Ltd. Grosvenor House, which has the largest banquet hall in London, is managed by the US-based Marriott International and is positioned as a JW Marriott hotel since September 2008. However, following the change in ownership, Sahara and Marriott will jointly manage the property.

The conglomerate plans to refurbish Grosvenor House by offering several facilities such as an Indian restaurant under the name Namak, a night club, swimming pool and spa.

When Subrata Roy took over Sahara Star, he gave the property a complete makeover. The five-star hotel boasts of being the world's largest pillar-less clear-tosky dome structure complemented by India's biggest marine aquarium.

Kaushik Vardharajan, MD of HVS, a global hospitality consultancy firm, said, "The US and European hospitality sector continues to be under pressure with low room occupancy levels and dropping tariffs. As a result, valuation of hotels has declined significantly. This helps companies like Sahara to acquire properties at a discount."

Vardharajan added that in terms of capital investment, it works out better to acquire hotels abroad at a discount compared to building one in India. The cash flows kicks in immediately in a running hotel compared to a greenfield one.

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com/

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Atlantis Palm Hotel Dubai - Virgin Holidays Hits the Hotel Hot Spots

2010-09-05T02:22:00.000-07:00

The Atlantis Hotel Dubai is one of the best hotels in the world. The Lost Chambers Suites are our top pick with floor to ceiling aquarium walls and a butler on call 24/7 catering to your every whim. The Atlantis Palm Hotel Dubai is nestled on the recently built palm and is the place to stay in Dubai. The hotel even has its own water park with a 61m leap of faith plunge and a tumbling flume which takes rides through a tank of sharks ... not for the faint hearted. Moreover, The Atlantis Hotel Dubai has award winning dining such as Nobu, a not soon forgotten experience! The hotel offers a fusion of tastes with dining from Japanese to French Brassiere to Italian.
Guests are never lost for something to do, as activities range from the Sanctuary Nightclub to The Lost Chambers Underwater Maze, accommodating everyone. The Atlantis Hotel Dubai is most definitely one for the family, offering relaxation for the parents and endless excitement for the kids, including a kids club and 'club rush' for teens. Silver Sands is a premier Barbados hotel and Caribbean resort located on the southern tip of the island.

It boasts an aura of serenity, whilst still offering the chance of joining in on the island famous sport of windsurfing. So whether you prefer relaxing on the white coral sand, sloping to the clear blue ocean waters, or walking through the well manicured gardens with mature coconuts, and tropical palms, or playing 'til your hearts content on the golf or tennis courts, or even pampering yourself in the new salon, you are sure to have a glorious informal sea-side holiday.

An adventure that everyone should experience is a trip to Las Vegas, and the Wynn Las Vegas hotel offers the perfect opportunity for that experience as it is The Strip's 'highest rated' luxury hotel, gaining the Michelin Guide's Five Red Pavilions award. The Wynn has been designed to be discovered and explored, and the casual elegance of the guest rooms and suites are equipped with advanced technologies and a panoramic view of the cityscape. This hotel accommodates to every need with an 18-hole golf course, a tranquil spa and private lagoons and waterfalls. A much needed tranquil and luxurious stay after those long nights out on the strip.

Overlooking the clear blue water of the Arabian Gulf, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa is the perfect choice for business or pleasure. With the 500 rooms and suites catering for every type of traveller and with 14 international restaurants and bars, so there is no doubt of struggling for choice. Caracalla, the hotel's Roman themed Spa & Health Club, is the ideal retreat.
The Spa boasts five Hammam pools, saunas, steam rooms, Jacuzzis, state-of-the art gym and aerobic center. The pool and beach facilities are stunning with three temperature controlled swimming pools, tennis, squash, water sports, supervised kid's Club with play area and daily activities. Le Royal Meridian caters for everyone with the idyllic spa for couples retreats, or the Kid's club and beach activities, and of course complimented by the hot Arabian weather.

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Trekkers Rescued in Uttarakhand

2010-06-16T08:59:00.000-07:00

Groups of trekkers from Bengal were rescued from near the Mayali Pass in Uttarakhand on Friday after being caught in a blizzard. The total number of persons rescued is still not clear as several groups from the state seem to have met up in the Pass.

Army officers who carried out rescue operations also could not give exact details as they were busy airlifting a large number of people, including locals.

One of those rescued is 54-year-old Gautam Biswas from Howrah's Dasnagar. A sales tax officer, he is now posted in Asansol and lives in Durgapur. He was apparently leading a group of four that left Howrah on May 28. The others with him were Subrata Ghosh, Sujit Manna and Mrinal Kanti Ghosh of Bally. The group started the tough trek on May 30 and was returning to Ghuttu on June 9 when the blizzard struck.

"It seems they could not time their trek well or they would have reached some shelter. A porter managed to return to camp and report the trouble. From his account, it seemed that 12 people, including porters and guides, were stuck at a 10.5-degree incline," said Krishan Dumri, DSP, Rudraprayag.

Three choppers of the Army Aviation Corps started rescue operations on Thursday but could not trace anybody, primarily due to poor visibility. Air operations started again around 5.30 am on Friday. The first to be located were Biswas, Ghosh and their porter, Ramchandra. Rescuers found footprints of the remaining members of the group on a second route from Vasuki Tal and assumed that they had managed to reach a safe location.

"Biswas told us that the other group was carrying the bulk of the rations. A team of Indo-Tibetan Border Police personnel has been sent after them," an official said.

This group was to return to Bengal on June 12. Family members are relieved but could not give much details. "He would go on treks often. I do not know the other team members. Recently, I asked him to stop this adventure as he is growing old," said Ghosh's wife Sangeeta. Ghosh is an employee of Calcutta Club.

The dozen people the DSP mentioned may have included Arup Nath and Rajesh Rakshit from Chandmari in Sonarpur. The two had left for Uttarakhand on June 5. Nath's brother Anup said they last spoke over the phone on June 8.
Chief minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee said on Friday that the state government was in touch with the authorities in Uttarakhand and all trekkers from Bengal were safe.

Mayali Pass (5,400 m) is in the Garhwal Himalayas. It lies on the border of the Tehri Garhwal and Rudraprayag districts.

Jaipur Hotels: The Solution to your Lodging

2009-09-27T23:55:00.000-07:00

One of the most popular tourist destinations in India, Jaipur is popularly known as the “Pink City”. Thousands of travelers from all over the world come to the city to experience the rich culture, tradition and heritage. The huge inflow of tourists in the city has led to the growth of a wide range of Jaipur hotels.

You can select your ideal lodging center from a wide range of hotels in Jaipur to suit your needs, preferences and budget. The city is home to various types of hotels which range from luxury and 5 star hotels to economy and budget hotels. The hotels offer almost all the facilities and services to take care of the needs and preferences of the travelers matched with warm hospitality.

Being a popular tourist spot, there are plenty of luxury and 5 star Jaipur hotels. Renowned hotel chains also have their branches here. These hotels offer state-of-the-art facilities and services and are rightly suited for leisure travelers, celebrities, business executives, foreign tourists and so on. Some of the popular 5 star hotels are the Rambagh Palace Hotel, Hotel Jaipur Palace, Hotel Clarks Amer, Jai Mahal Palace, and Rajputana Palace Sheraton and so on.
If you wish to enjoy a lavish stay with a blend of traditional Rajasthani hospitality, book a room at any of the heritage hotels. They offer you the scope to stay in the midst of luxury matched with a traditional ambience. Some of the well known heritage hotels in Jaipur city include Ramgarh Lodge, Raj Mahal Palace, Hotel Samode Palace, Royal Castle Kanota, Hotel Bissau Palace, and Narain Niwas Palace and so on.

In addition to these, there are also lots of economy and budget hotels which are perfectly suited for travelers who wish to have a good stay at affordable rates. These hotels offer almost all the basic facilities and services to fulfill the needs of the guests.

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Travel to Pune to Explore the Indian Culture

2009-09-10T03:02:00.000-07:00

India has long been known for its diverse culture as each region boasts of its own distinct tradition. And if you want to explore the varied facets of Marathi culture then you need to travel to Pune which is well known for its strong adherence of Maharashtrian tradition. But over the past few years, this sleepy hamlet of Maharashtra has now turned into one of the most developed cities of the country.
With world class infrastructural facilities adding to its popularity, Pune is now known for being home to some of the leading IT companies of the world. If you plan to travel to Pune, you can either go by flight or train as the city is well accessible from different parts of the country. There are many international flights to and from Pune. Furthermore, there are round the clock scheduled flight services from Pune offered by major airline service providers like Air India, SpiceJet, IndiGo Airlines and Kingfisher Airlines.

If you're a first time visitor to the city, then you need to know about certain important travel tips of Pune which are to followed. Foreign visitors should always carry photo copies of travel Visa and ID proof. Its advisable to avoid carrying heavy luggages on travel to nearby tourist places of the city, furthermore during night time foreign travelers should not venture out alone as some areas of the city are not safe. Since ages, the city of Pune is well known for its picturesque beauty, hence a visit to the city remains incomplete without paying a visit to the majestically designed 'Bund Garden' which lies close to the famous Mula Mutha river.

It was constructed under the tutelage of ir Jamshedji Jeejeebhoy, today its popularly known as "Mahatma Gandhi Udyan".There are also many things to do in Pune for it houses many amusement parks as-- Splash Mountain, Four Seasons Theme Park and Chokhi Dhani. These parks are the favorite grounds for family picnic.

With so places to explore, your travel to Pune is definitely going to be an enriching experience.

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Fascinating aspects of India Tours!

2009-08-30T22:52:00.000-07:00

The dynamic civilization of India dating back to nearly 5th century has left behind some indelible marks on the vibrant culture of India. India tours offers you glimpses of vivid aspects of the rich heritage of India which has given a distinct identity to the country. In recent times, India’s tourism has been widely instrumental in promoting varied facets of India’s tourist spots and the vibrant colorful celebrations of each region. If you’re planning to travel to India, you can opt for either Tourist Visa,in case you are on tour to India or Business Visa.

Before you opt for India tours, its important to have first hand information on India travel guide. One of the most important travel tip if you’re planning to tour around the different parts of India is to carry all your travel documents always as long as you plan to stay in the country. Its advisable to approach a certified currency exchange counter and never eat cut or roadside foods for they are unhygienic.

There are different travel agencies offering attractive tour packages in India as Taj Tours, Beach Tours of India,Pilgrimage Tours of India,Golden Triangle Tour and Kerala Backwaters Tour. With wide plethora of tourist attractions in India, you will up spending a lovely vacation in the country.

For wildlife enthusiasts, the adventures of wildlife in India offers unmatched natural diversity with striking flora and fauna adding to its grand beauty. No matter whether you’re in midst of dense jungles or deserts Safari rides forms an integral part of wildlife India tours. Jeep Safari in Corbett National Park is widely preferred for tracking of tigers in the wildlife reserve. However, a camel ride in deserts of Jaislamer is a must in your travel itinerary if you plan to visit the splendid princely state of Rajasthan. This particular camel tour takes you through the majestic palaces, colossal forts and teeming villages.

And if you’re worried about your accommodation in the country, then you have your plates full as there are many luxurious hotels in India providing state of art facilities, fine dining arrangements and impeccable hospitality services. Some of the top hotels are run under the aegis of Taj group, Oberoi group of hospitality and ITC tourism and hospitality chain.

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Hotels in Bangalore: World Class Accommodation in India

2009-08-18T03:05:00.000-07:00

Regarded as the fast growing metropolis of India, Bangalore is inevitably known as the “Silicon Valley of India”. For many aspiring IT professionals this city is believed to shape to their long cherished dreams making it the ideal place to start an ambitious career for beginners.

Adding to comfort of travelers, hotels in Bangalore are well known for their world class hospitality services. With the commencement of operation by numerous internationally acclaimed hotel chains in the city the tourists can enjoy state- of- art- facilities along with fine dining arrangements offering wide array of gastronomical delights to choose from. The presence of many pubs in Bangalore makes the city's nightlife more enjoyable. Also reckoned as the fashion capital of India the city boasts of a thriving club culture too frequented by crème de la mare of the fashion world.

If you're planning to travel to India and looking for homely accommodation services then hotels in Bangalore are the best choice as they are known to provide a homely ambiance too. On the other hand, its important to note that Bangalore tourism has been widely instrumental in making the city the best place to spend a lovely vacation.

A visit to Bangalore remains incomplete without paying a tour to Bannerghatta National Park which is one of the famous wildlife parks of the city. Home to wide variety of striking flora and fauna its the best place for wild life enthusiasts as you get to see many rare species of birds and animals. Shivaganga, located about 56 kms from Bangalore popularly known as Dakshin Kashi, since it has wide religious significance is frequented through out the year by tourists from nearby states. Regular bus services are available under the aegis of KSRTC from Tumkur to Shivaganga.

Those travelers who are looking for some peaceful natural surroundings can visit Cubbon Park which is also inevitably the best place to go for a healthy morning walk. Furthermore, the resorts in Bangalore are ideally the best place to relax and rejuvenate.

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Fascinating facts about Jaipur tours!

2009-08-06T23:21:00.000-07:00

Popularly known as the “Pink City of India” the beautiful city of Jaipur is the preferred destination for foreign tourists. Jaipur tours houses impressive array of historical edifices, historic forts and mansions. However, if you are planning to spend a lovely vacation in this princely state then visit during the winter since the average temperature during this period hovers around 20-25 C making it an ideal time to enjoy the scenic natural beauty of the capital city. There are numerous trains and scheduled domestic flights operating from cities of Delhi, Mumbai and Agra to Jaipur. Hotels in Jaipur provide you with best accommodation facilities within your budget.

If you're on long tour to India then Jaipur tours is a must in your travel itinerary as it provides you with captivating views of the rich culture and tradition of India best reflected through the string of festivals and celebrations. Just walk a through the main streets of Jaipur will offer you vivid glimpses of the rich grandeur and aura of the erstwhile Rajputs whose legacy still continues to charm the foreign travelers. Some of the important places to see in India are located in this city thereby attracting large number of tourists both foreign and domestic. The most important attractions in the city of Jaipur are:

Albert Hall Museum: Built in 1876 this historic museum is well known for its unique Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Today it house some of the amazing handicrafts of the colonial era and the exquisite handcrafts of the region.

Thatheron Ka Rasta: Rajasthan is well known for its wide and beautiful array of handicraft items, hence a trip to this street will provide you with charming view of hundreds of skilled workers and technicians giving shape to thousands of beautifully designed brassware and craft items made from semi-precious stones.

Hawa Mahal: World famous for its unique architecture, this historic monument was built in 1799. It has nearly 152 large windows each adorned with intricate wooden work and embellished with semi-precious stones.

Jaipur tours remains incomplete without going for a shopping spree in the city since the city is home to wide array of exquisitely designed handicraft, semi-precious jewelry items and colorful textiles. Other tourist attractions in Rajasthan includes—Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Chittorgarh to name a few.

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How about Taking an Enchanting Taj Tours!

2009-07-20T02:06:00.000-07:00

Are you planning a trip to Taj Mahal! Have you decided on your travel tour, if not then we can offer you invaluable tips based on our experience of recent Taj Mahal tours. India is a land of vast striking natural diversities and what makes Indian history so glorious and interesting are its wide architectural monuments dating back to by gone era's. If you're planning to travel to Agra you need to know certain facts about this historic city of India.

Located on the banks of Yamuna river Agra is just 200 kms away from the capital city of India. There are 24 hours uninterrupted flight and train services from New Delhi to Agra. Some of the trains which are a part of the Taj tours and ply from New Delhi to the city on regular basis are Amritsar Dadar Express, Grand Trunk Express, Intercity Express, Navyug Express and Jhelum Express.

You can also opt for bus travel or car rentals from New Delhi which are readily available at affordable cost. The vibrant city of Agra is always teeming with cultual facets and this is very much relevant as the city hosts numerous cultural and religious events namely Taj Mahotsav held every year in mid-February, Kailash Fair towards the month of August and the world famous religious festival of Ram Lila. During these festivities thousands of visitors come to witness the marvellous events which are held for a period of 2/3 days. Another attraction of Agra tours is the fact that all the events are held in the city keeping in mind the beauty and heritage of Taj Mahal. The varied hotels in Agra too offers excellent accommodation services.

A visit to Taj Mahal is a must in your travel itinerary of Taj Tours. Widely reckoned as the monument of love as it was built in loving memory of Shah Jahan's wife Mumtaz. Historical facts indicate that more than 20,000 labourers toiled day and night for a period of 22 years. This large doom structure has been essentially made from white marbles with semi precious stones embellished on it.

The grand architecture of Taj Mahal with its impresive huge gate way and spectacular landscape has captivated tourists all through these ages. Also the four minarents which are wonderfully crafted leaves visitors awestruck. You can also visit tourist places like Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra, Mankameshwar Temple, Chini Ka Rauza, Keetham Lake.

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Get latest updates at the varied hotels in Mumbai

2009-07-13T04:29:00.000-07:00

Its commonly believed that Mumbai is the city that never sleeps since its a major hub of business trading and varied financial activities. Keeping in mind the large number of business travelers and tourists who flock to this city hotels in Mumbai serves as the place for a comfortable stay. Depending on your budget you can choose from the varied classes of hotels in the city. Like the other branded India hotels some of the hotels in Mumbai are a class apart for they are built and designed to provide you great comfort.

Majority of the hotels in the city is intended to serve the business travelers, in this respect special mention needs to be made of Taj President Hotel. Its one of the finest luxury hotels in the city, situated just 35 kms from the Mumbai International Airport. This particular hotel in Mumbai has specially designed Lady Executive rooms well suited to meet the needs of single lady travelers.

Apart from this it offers well furnished Executive Suites, Executive Rooms and Sea View Rooms. For unique dining experiences try out at the Thai Pavilion which is an in-house restaurant well known to serve scrumptious Thai cuisine.The hotel has 5 Banquet rooms designed in large auditorium style with a seating capacity from 30 to 550 persons.

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Fascinating Goa Tours in midst of Exotic Beaches!

2009-07-05T23:43:00.000-07:00

A thrilling Goa tour will offer you fascinating glimpses of the age-old churches and the exuberance of a typical Goan life. If you go on a Goa tour do not miss out on the extravagant carnivals namely--'Carnaval' and festivities of 'Shigmo'. These festivities usually lasts for a 3 to 4 days and its during this celebration that the whole state of Goa adorns a colorful look with mesmerizing processions, musical events and the popular ' red-and-black dance' held at almost every nook and corner of the state.

Wildlife in Goa too forms an added attraction of the travel itinerary of Goa tour. The presence of amorous national parks---Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Mandovi-Zuari Wildlife Sanctuary and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary is a delight to watch as it houses many rare species of animals and mammals. For bird watchers Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is a treat to watch.

Shopping in Goa: is a unique experience. From local handicraft items to semi precious jewelry items you have wide plethora of choices to explore. The government Emporiums located at varied tourist spots of Goa offers elegantly designed handicraft items made from brassware and bamboo which sells like hot cakes.

The flea markets at Mapusa and Anjuna beach are the best places to shop for you get local made explicitly designed souveneirs and trendy beachwears.

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Vital information on Delhi Tourism Travel Itinerary

2009-06-29T23:58:00.000-07:00

New Delhi is well known as the capital city of India hence its the city which holds prime importane in every aspect. Over the years the Delhi government has taken innovative steps to improve Delhi Tours to promote tourism industry in the state. As a part of the Delhi Tourism, the foreign visitors are entitled to information on facets such as availability of international flights from other cities of world to New Delhi, which hotels in Delhi provides the best accommodation arrangements and the tourist destination spots in Delhi.

Also you get to know about the varied aspects of Delhi tourism catering to varied means of transportation in the city.. If you opt for attractive tour packages in Delhi you would get to see some of the most important historic forts as—Red Fort, Jantar Mantar, Jama Masjid which offers you fascinating glimpses of glorious past of Indian history. A visit to Delhi remains incomplete without visit to the famous India Gate which has become synonymous with the cultural identity of the country. This is actually a war memorial dedicated to the Indian soldiers killed during World Wars.

Delhi Tourism also offers you insights into the teeming cultural life of the city and you could also enjoy varied traditional delicacies of the Delhi, some of which are still popular from the Mughal era. Museums in Delhi are also the added attraction of the city as it houses different repositories. The most famous ones being the National Museum, Rail Transport Museum, Gandhi Memorial Museum, National Children Museum and Tibet House Museum.

There are two airports in Delhi each catering to domestic and international flights. Its now known as 'Indira Gandhi International Airport' previously known as 'Palam Airport'.

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Enjoy a Pleasant Stay at the Famous Hotels in Jaipur

2009-06-26T00:27:00.000-07:00

Jaipur is home to many wonderful tourist attraction places of the city. Also the hospitality industry of the city has improved a lot Many of the hotels in Jaipur are replete with the rich heritage and culture of the erstwhile grandeur of the royal kings and queens. The heritage hotels in Jaipur are the added attraction of the city as its an epitome of grand luxury and comfort. Like the other India hotels there are many resorts situated in midst of quaint natural surrounding and peaceful ambiance. Some of the prominent world class luxury hotels of the city are--Jai Mahal Palace, Rambagh Palace,Rajputana Sheraton, Holiday Inn,Chokhi Dhani, Mansingh Palace, KK Royal Days. These hotels are known to offer impeccable hospitality services.

Among the heritage hotels of the city Umaid Bhavan deserves a special mention as its widely preffered by many foreign guests. The Umaid Bhavan hotel in Jaipur has many well appointed royal suites with private balconies. Each of the rooms are quite spacious and intricately embellished with fine wooden and marble work. For food lovers this partcular hotel promises to offer wide delectable cuisines from Indian to Continental dishes.

Furthermore if you're looking for some new entertainment activity you can easily enjoy the traditional Folk Dance and Puppet show of the region but on demand. Umaid Bhavan also offers travel tours and safaris in and around the city. If you're looking for budget accommodation in Jaipur you can opt for the budget hotels of the city which offers great comfort and quality hotel service at attractive rates ranging from Rs. 800/ to Rs. 1500 per day. Some of the famous low fare hotels in Jaipur are Hotel Arya Niwas, Hotel Gold Palace Resorts, Hotel Pearl Palace, Hotel Kanchandeep, Residency Inn, Savoy Hotel, Shahar Palace, Hotel LMB Sweets.

Searching for a relaxing ambiance at hotels in New Delhi

2009-06-19T22:28:00.000-07:00

The capital city of New Delhi is one of the major centers of business and commercial activities in India. Also home to some of the most beautiful tourist places such as the aesthetically mesmerizing Red Fort, Raj Ghat and the wonderful Qutub Minar. Nearly a lakh or more visitors visit this city everyday hence the hotels in New Delhi have been specifically designed to suit the needs of varied travelers.

Its important to note that each of the premium Delhi hotels carries a distinct identity of its own just like branded luxury hotels in India. If you're on tour to the city and also plan to visit other cities you can easily book your room reservation at hotels in Mumbai or Chennai through online booking system or via travel agents which are readily available in New Delhi.

Some of the famous 5 star hotels in New Delhi are Hyatt Regency Hotel, Hotel Qutab, Hotel Samrat, Hotel Taj Ambassador to name a few. Among the premium hotels of the city Hotel Taj Mahal is mostly proffered by the foreign tourists for this particular hotel promises its visitors great comfort and a rejuvenating ambiance. It has 300 well appointed rooms and each of the rooms are fully furnished with all modern amnesties. Because of its unique dining facilities it has featured among the “Best 50 Indian Specialty Restaurant” by Conde Nast Traveler, USA.

The Park Hotel in New Delhi promises to offer the guests a contemporary stylish atmosphere along with a relaxing comfortable stay. There are well designed 220 rooms out of which 97 are premium luxury rooms and 4 are presidential suites. It also has an in-house bar namely Agni. For fine dining experience try out the 24 hour dining restaurant Mist well known to serve exotic Italian cuisines. Located very close to the business hub of New Delhi is The Oberoi Hotel which offers perfect blend of modern and traditional design well reflected in its interiors. It has specialized spa treatments and fine dining facilities too.

You can also try out the budget hotels of the city which offer quality hotel service at affordable rates, some of them are Hotel Star Paradise, The Legend Inn, Arpit Palace, Ajanta Hotel, Hotel Flora, Hotel Bhagirath Palace, Hotel Gold Regency to name a few.

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Latest Updates on Varied Hotels in Bangalore

2009-06-15T22:28:00.000-07:00

With the passage of time, the city of Bangalore has become the best software outsourcing destination of the world. Keeping in mind the large number of travelers visiting the city the hotels in Bangalore have been upgraded at international level to cater to the needs of visitors who come either as business delegates or tourists. Just like other prominent hotels in India, hotels in Bangalore promises to offer visitors warm hospitality services as well as fine dining services at affordable rates.

Many of these holiday resorts are located just few kilometers away from the prominent business locations of MG road, Brigade road, Whitefield, Marathahalli, Koramangala, JP Nagar and Madiwala. The Taj Group well known for its hospitality industry and hotels in Mumbai also houses its exclusively designed Taj Residency in the city offering world class accommodation facilities for the visitors. There are nearly 5 hotels under this brand name with the newly opened Vivanta located at Whitefield. This luxury hotel in Bangalore caters to the special needs of IT professionals.

All the199 guest rooms have been sophistically designed and rooms are further divided into names such as-Charm, Delight, Indulgence guest rooms and Allure, Temptation and Nirvana are the newly built luxurious suites of the hotel. You can also try out, Hotel Le Meridien, Hotel The Grand Ashok, Hotel Leela Palace, Hotel Windsor Sheraton & Towers,Hotel Oberoi.

And if you're looking for low accommodation fare just like some of the hotels in Agra then you can try out the Economy hotels in Bangalore offering you excellent accommodation services and serves as great value for your money. Some of the prominent Economy hotels of the city are Angsana Oasis Spa and Resort, Hotel Days Inn, Geo Hotel, Hotel Grand Ashok, Central Park Hotel, Hotel Quality Inn Kensington Terrace, Hotel Ramanshree Comforts to name a few. These hotels offer AC rooms with well decorated spacious interiors and good dining arrangements. If you're planning to visit nearby city of Chennai you can easily book your reservation in any hotel in Chennai while you're in Bangalore through online hotel booking system.

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Enjoy the Snow Capped Mountains Beauty with Luxury Shimla hotels

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Huge snow capped mountains of the Himalayas along with the vast stretches of pine trees makes Shimla no less than a paradise and a favorite tourist spot for holiday makers who flock in from different parts of the world. Keeping in mind the large number of tourists who make inroads into Himachal Pradesh, hotels in Shimla are specifically designed to suit the purpose of foreign tourists.

Some of the prominent Shimla hotels also offers travel tour packages to different parts of the state, furthermore you can book your room reservation with any hotel in Manali, if you plan to visit the place since it lies at very close proximity from Shimla. Like the other hotels in India, here too you get to see the varied Indian art and architecture which is well reflected in the interiors of the hotel premises.

You can also try out the exotic array of multi cuisines which are readily available in many of the in-house restaurants of hotels of the capital city Shimla. Some of the old mansions, heritage houses have been well converted into luxury or boutique hotels, in this case special mention needs to be made of Alpine Heritage which is located on the slope of Shimla hill. This particular hotel has 15 spacious well decorated rooms and each room of the hotel offers panoramic views of the wide valleys and hills.

Some of the prominent luxury hotels in Shimla are Radisson Hotel, Cecil Oberoi, Clarkes Hotel, Hotel Springfields and Welcom Heritage Woodville Palace. Those who are on lookout for low fare hotel reservation can try out the Asia the Dawn Hotel for this particular holiday resort offers great value for money. Its also conveniently located near the heart of the city. The hotel has well designed 41 rooms spread through out the 3 floors of the hotel building. Other budget hotels in the city are- Hotel Sukhsagar, Hotel Ashiyana Regency, Hotel Leela Regency, Hotel Dalziel, Hotel White etc.

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Best hotels of Indian Cities

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Hotels in Jaipur are perfect examples of erstwhile grandeur of the royals of India. As you visit these hotels you will be awestruck by the architectural beauty of the interiors of the hotels. Also individual attention is given to each guest which makes it an endearing experience for the visitors.

As you travel down the southern part of India, Hotels in Bangalore are also well known for their grand hospitality services. Usually spread over huge acres of land these hotels houses all the modern amneties such as Satellite TV,Safe Box in Room, Business Centre, Massage Parlor, Shopping Arcade, Gym, Swimming Pool, Spa, Airport Transfer, currency Exchange and Internet Connection.

Also hotels in Hyderabad are well known to offer unique dining facilities for the visitors. A visit to the city remains incomplete without trying out the varied mouthwatering Hyderabadi "biryanis" which offers you a delectable taste of the inherent flavors of the city.

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Best Deals of Hotels in India, You can Hardly Resist!

2009-06-10T02:36:00.000-07:00

Are you planning for a tour to India! Then have you decided on your hotel accommodation in India if not... then I can guide you on this. India is virtually known for its unique mystic charming beauty but what makes it more attractive is the fact it houses varied cultures, yet a kind of bonhomie by the people of the country makes it more attractive.

Each city of the country has its own identity which is well reflected in its architectural edifices some of which are century old. While you plan to stay at any hotel in India make sure you book in advance as during the festive seasons the hotels remain choc-a-bloc with visitors pouring in from different parts of the world.

The festive season in India usually begins from October and lasts upto December. Some of the hotels in India are classified as heritage hotels because these hotels provide an accommodation of great comfort and you could end up living life king-size.

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Know about hotels in Indian Cities

2009-06-08T02:26:00.000-07:00

Hello Guys.... In this blog I am going to provide you detail information about Best Indian hotels in Different cities of India. As all of you know it that India is top tourist destination on World and everyone want to come here and enjoy its beauty and environment of its different cities.

If you like deserted tours then you can explore Rajasthan and its different cities like jaipur, Udaipur Jodhpur. For beach tours you can go Goa, Mumbai and Kerala. If you like adventures tours or want to explore some hill stations then you can go Shimla, Manali, Nainital, Dehradun. If you want to see the seventh wonder of the world - The Taj Mahal then you should go Agra.

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